Faculty Diversity Internship Program Pool (FDIP)- All Campuses

Faculty Diversity Internship Program Pool (FDIP)- All Campuses

Peralta/College Information

Job Title
Faculty Diversity Internship Program Pool (FDIP)- All Campuses

Time Base
Temporary, as Needed

Compensation
Beginning pay starts at $75.32 .instructional hour. Less for non-instructional positions.

Position Type
Academic

Department
Faculty Diversity Internship Program (FDIP)

City
Oakland

State
CA

Job Description Summary
The Peralta Community College District invites applications for our Faculty Diversity Internship Program.

The purpose of the program:

• enhance the recruitment of qualified persons from diverse backgrounds pursuing their masters or doctoral degrees, or both, into faculty positions where such degrees are required in the Peralta Community College District, particularly for disciplines for which recruitment is difficult and for disciplines in which a shortage of qualified faculty is anticipated;
• enhance the recruitment of licensed qualified persons from diverse backgrounds currently pursuing an associate degree in vocational instructional positions in the Peralta Community College District, particularly for disciplines for which current industry experience is important and disciplines for which recruitment is difficult and in which a shortage of qualified faculty is anticipated;
• enhance the recruitment of persons who meet the regular faculty minimum qualifications but who lack teaching experience for which current industry experience is important and/or disciplines for which recruitment is difficult and in which a shortage of qualified faculty is anticipated;
• enhance the District's effort towards building diverse and representative faculty.

If you need any additional information on the Faculty Diversity Internship Program please contact Vanson Nguyen at [email protected] .

Duties & Responsibilities

PLEASE READ THE - COVER LETTER INSTRUCTIONS - UNDER OTHER REQUIREMENTS

THE OPEN ENDED QUESTIONS #4 AND #5 REQUIRE SHORT ESSAY RESPONSES

Minimum Qualifications

• Current registration and in good standing at a college during the term(s) of the internship
• Applicant must have demonstrated cultural competency, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college staff, faculty, and students.

Interns with Conferred Degrees

• Meets regular faculty minimum qualifications but no formal teaching experience.

Interns in Academic Disciplines

• Graduate students with completion of at least one-half of Master's or Doctorate degree program at an accredited institution.

Interns in Vocational Education (CTE)

• Six years of related work experience and completion of half of an Associate degree OR two years of related work experience and completion of half of a Bachelor's degree.

The minimum qualifications for academic disciplines taught in California Community Colleges are outlined in the document at this link:

REQUIRED:

COVER LETTER INSTRUCTIONS :

The Faculty Diversity Internship Program's mission is to help serve a dynamic and diverse student population through a faculty body that better reflects the Peralta Community College District's vibrant community. Please include in your cover letter:

• Why you are interested in teaching at a community college in addition to the discipline you'd like to become a faculty member.
• Community college students are often juggling life responsibilities with their academics; also include in your cover letter how you will uplift and inspire students as they learn how to navigate life and school.
• Describe how you reflect and/or connect with the PCCD student population.
• Tell us about your long-term goals as an educator.
• What parts of education do you believe needs more research to improve?
• What would you most like to learn or experience in order to prepare yourself to become a successful community college faculty member

At the end of the application, be sure to answer open ended questions 4 and 5.

ONCE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION, YOU WILL RECEIVE A CONFIRMATION NUMBER. SEND THAT CONFIRMATION NUMBER TO VANSON NGUYEN AT [email protected]

If your discipline does not directly match with your degree, please explain how your education (for master degree disciplines) or experience (for CTE disciplines) is comparable to the state-mandated minimum qualifications in the discipline.

Desirable Qualifications

Environmental Demands

Tools & Equipment Used

Application Deadline Date
Applications materials must be submitted by 11:59 PM on May 28, 2026.

Open Date
02/03/2026

First Review Date:

Special Instructions to Applicants
APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Failure to follow the requirements below may result in your application being disqualified.

Required documents and applications are only accepted through the online process. Please do not mail or fax your application.

Information on transcripts must include degree awarded and confer date.

Copies of diplomas will not substitute for transcripts. Finalists will be required to submit official transcripts from fully accredited college or university institutions prior to the final interview.

Note: A written evaluation by an official foreign credentials/transcripts evaluation and translation service must be submitted for Foreign Degree(s) (non-U.S. degrees) by the application deadline date.

Travel expenses for the interview and selection process will be borne by the candidates.

Appointment to the position is conditional upon the approval of the Chancellor.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employees must satisfy all pre-employment requirements to work for the District which include, but are not limited to, the following items:

REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES

Tuberculosis Examination: Prior to employment, the successful candidate will be required to submit evidence (either skin test or X-ray report) of being free of tuberculosis within the past sixty (60) days. The TB test is a condition of employment and any expense must be borne by the successful candidate.

Fingerprinting Requirement: As a condition of employment, all employees working for community colleges in the State of California are required to be fingerprinted within the first ten (10) working days of the date of employment pursuant to Education Code Section 88024.

Immigration Requirement: According to the Immigration Reform and Control Act, the Peralta Community College District is required to verify that all new employees are legally authorized to work in the United States.

All new employees are required to complete and sign a verification form and provide documentation attesting that he/she is legally authorized to work in the United States.

District Policy: A Social Security Card will be required following selection and prior to completion of the hiring process. The employment process cannot be completed without a copy of the Social Security Card on file in the Office of Human Resources.

Medical Examination: Under state regulations and as a condition of employment, certain positions may require a medical examination prior to employment. Expenses incurred will be borne by the employee.

EEO Statement
The Peralta Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The District is strongly committed to achieving staff diversity and the principles of equal employment opportunity. The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age religion, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or genetic information, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, veterans status, status with regards to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law, in any of its policies, procedures or practices.

Reasonable Accommodations
In conformance with the Fair Employment and Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests for Reasonable Accommodations may be made to the Office of Human Resources by calling (510) 466-7283.

The Peralta Community College District reserves the right to close or not fill any advertised position.

Benefits Information

Mission Statement
The Peralta Community College District is a collaborative of colleges advancing social and economic transformation for students and the community through quality education, rooted in equity, social justice, environmental sustainability, and partnerships.

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